Project Manager (Construction Management, Medical Device/Pharma, Capital Projects)

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At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. 

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

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The Engineering Project Manager, Construction & Real Estate is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of various construction projects, facility upgrades, and real estate initiatives across our global footprint.

This position reports to the Director of Project Engineering and is part of the Global Operations Engineering team.  This will be a remote position, preferably near Chaska, Minnesota or in close proximity to an airport for travel. 

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and manage all phases of complex engineering projects—including new construction, renovations, expansions, and facility infrastructure improvements—from conception through completion.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, budgets, schedules, resource allocation, and risk management strategies for construction and real estate initiatives.
• Coordinate real estate activities for Beckman Coulter, maintain an active inventory of sites and ownership/lease terms, and partner with Danaher corporate real estate/legal teams on site selection, property transactions, and lease negotiations.
• Oversee design and engineering compliance, ensuring adherence to building codes, environmental regulations, safety standards, and internal specifications.
• Select, negotiate, and manage external partners (vendors, contractors, architects, engineering consultants) to meet project specifications, timelines, and budgets; additionally, drive major global capital projects when other project types are inactive.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Prefer minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant focus on construction management and/or corporate real estate, preferably within a regulated industry such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or biotechnology.
• Proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar construction projects from concept to completion, including vendor selection and contract negotiations.
• Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, environmental regulations, and EHS requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Master's degree in a relevant field.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role

• Ability to travel up to 25%

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• An FDA regulated environment

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics can provide.

The annual salary range for this role is $120,000 - $135,000.This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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